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Mental Health Therapist

Embark Behavioral Health and Careers
Livingston, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 1/21/2026 CLOSED ON 3/20/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Therapist position at Embark Behavioral Health and Careers?

Overview:

Salary:
$70,000 - $80,000 (DOE)- LMFT, LCSW, LPC, LSW, LAMFT, LAC
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, with two evenings/week (11 AM–7 PM)
Location: 7 Regent St, Suite 701, Livingston, NJ 07039 (On-Site)

We're looking for a passionate Therapist to create joy and heal generations at Embark Behavioral Health's OP/IOP/PHP program in Livingston, NJ!

Enjoy small caseloads, shortened Fridays, and unleash your clinical creativity in a supportive, innovative environment. Plus, we offer supervision hours if needed to LSWs & LACs! Join us in reducing adolescent anxiety, depression, and suicide rates while working with a collaborative, growth-oriented team.

Ready to make an impact and grow with us? Let’s talk!
Responsibilities:
  • Provide transformative individual, group, and family therapy while maintaining a small caseload of 6 clients, with limited on-call availability for parent communication (ending at 7 PM)
  • Lead comprehensive treatment planning, including development, implementation, and discharge coordination
  • Ensure clinical excellence through detailed documentation, outcomes testing, and treatment standard compliance
  • Collaborate with our experienced team to deliver optimal client care and support community reintegration
  • Guide clients and families through the full therapeutic journey, from initial rapport-building to successful program completion
Qualifications:
  • Required: Licensed or qualifying associate licensed therapist in State of New Jersey: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Associate Counselor, Licensed Social Worker & Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist.
  • Required to have CAQH profile and NPI number for credentialing purposes.
  • Preferred: High-acuity experience (IOP/PHP, Residential, Psychiatric Hospital, Crisis Stabilization) with relational, experiential, and evidence based systemic techniques.
  • Preferred: 1 - 2 years of working experience as an adolescent therapist leading individual, family, and group therapy sessions.
  • Proficiency in incorporating clinical diagnostic and assessment instruments to monitor client progress and treatment outcomes.
Benefits:
  • Become the Best of the Best: Access to an established Mastery Program that offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth with financial incentives attached for completing.
  • Proven Positive Outcomes: You’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a tangible difference in young adults and adolescents lives.
  • Holistic Family Approach: Embark recognizes the importance of treating families which is crucial for sustained recovery and well-being for teens.
  • Comprehensive Benefit Program that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid licensure renewal, CEU reimbursement, long-term disability, 401K with company matching, PTO, and paid parental leave.
Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.

Embark does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Salary : $70,000 - $80,000

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